DIN CEN/TS 17676:2025-10

This document specifies guidelines and recommendations for the safe operation of fitness centres during an infectious outbreak. This document sets out guidelines relative to the wide range of operating models for fitness centres with a framework of good practices for operators to use. This includes the operational and managerial procedures for offering and delivering the service covering users, staff, and contractors whilst on the premises. These guidelines will cover, but are not limited to: a) overall risk reduction; b) the practise of social distancing and control of users; c) air treatment and ventilation; d) cleaning, hygiene and health protocols; e) management and training of staff and use of personal protective equipment. This document is applicable to all publicly accessible fitness centres where physical activity for groups and/or individuals is delivered to all of its users in order to provide a safe and controlled environment. This document does not cover fitness centres where physical activity is exclusively secondary business. Requirements for operation and supervision as described in - EN 17229 Fitness centers − Requirements for equipment and operation − Operational and operational requirements, and - prEN 17229-2 Fitness centers − Requirements for equipment and operation – Part 2: Requirements for supervisory and operational staff apply in full to this document. WARNING − Fitness trainers remain within their area of competence. Users of fitness facilities who have recovered from an infection or are suffering from its mental or psychological consequences may require more highly qualified fitness trainers to supervise them during training. EN 17229 defines the requirements for more highly qualified fitness trainers, such as Advanced Fitness Instructors or Exercise for Health Specialists, who are at Level 5 or above of the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) [1]. There may also be a need for fitness trainers to seek the advice and guidance of other healthcare professionals.